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Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

Arrival (See Getting There for more details)

  • You'll be collected from the airport.
  • Accommodation before the tour starts can be arranged for an extra cost.

Day 1

Arrival in Entebbe

Arrival in Entebbe

On arrival at Entebbe International Airport, Ganyana safari driver/guide will meet and greet you and then transfer you to your accommodation in Entebbe in order for you to relax after the long journey. Enjoy the cool breeze of the lake as you relax at your hotel.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
Best Western Premier Garden Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Lunch & dinner (Breakfast not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 2

Transfer to Gulu via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

Transfer to Gulu via Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary

A Ganyana safari driver/guide will pick you up from the hotel very early in the morning then Enjoy a stopover at Nakasongola where you will have lunch then transfer to Ziwa Rhino Sanctuary, an asylum for the rhinos. Enjoy a glimpse of the white rhinos alongside some birding around the vicinity. Later continue on the road to Gulu to your hotel for relaxation and dinner.

Main Destination:
Gulu (City)
Accommodation:
Bomah Hotel Gulu
  • Mid-range hotel located in Gulu (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 3

Transfer to Kidepo National Park

Transfer to Kidepo National Park

Transfer to Kidepo National Park, Kidepo is Uganda’s most isolated national park, but the few who make the long journey north through the wild frontier region of Karamoja would agree that it is also the most magnificent, for Kidepo ranks among Africa’s finest wildernesses. From Apoka, in the heart of the park, a savannah landscape extends far beyond the gazetted area, towards horizons outlined by distant mountain ranges. Later enjoy a game drive and transfer to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Kidepo Valley National Park
Best Time To Visit September to March (Dry season)
High Season September to March (The park rarely gets crowded)
Best Weather September to November (End of the rains)

Wildlife in Kidepo Valley NP

ElephantCommon
BuffaloAbundant
ZebraCommon
GiraffeOccasional
LionOccasional
CheetahOccasional
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HyenaOccasional
HippoNone
Accommodation:
Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent)
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 4

Game drive and cultural visit

Game drive and cultural visit

Head for a Game drive and a cultural walk. Drive extensively up to Kanangorok Hot Springs and brace yourself for photo opportunities and chances of catching sight of more wildlife especially lions sitting on the rocks as they scan the park for possible prey. In the afternoon, head out for a cultural tour to the Karamojong people for a truly unique experience. Later head to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Kidepo Valley National Park
Accommodation:
Kidepo Savannah Lodge (Safari Tent)
  • Mid-range tented camp bordering Kidepo Valley NP without fences
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 5

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Transfer to Murchison Falls National Park

Drive from Kidepo Valley National Park to Murchison Falls National Park. You will have lunch enrroute and enjoy an en route game drive through the northern section of the park popularly known as Para. Later transfer to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Best Time To Visit December to February (Easier to spot animals)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June and July (Less rain and lower temperatures)

Wildlife in Murchison Falls NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
GiraffeCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LionOccasional
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Fort Murchison (Room)
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 6

Game drive and boat trip at the bottom of the falls

Game drive and boat trip at the bottom of the falls

Set off for a morning game drive on the Northern Delta Nile with sightings of Lions, buffalos, waterbucks, Jackson’s hartebeest, Rothschild’s giraffe, oribi and baboons are some of the animals to expect. After lunch, you will embark on a three-hour boat cruise on the Nile. Later transfer to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Fort Murchison (Room)
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 7

Top of the falls visit and relaxation

Top of the falls visit and relaxation

Head to the top of the falls, The Murchison falls top of the falls hike is always a two in one activity for you get the best time watching the birds and also enjoy the spectacular view of the Nile and the landscape in Murchison falls national park. Later transfer to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Murchison Falls National Park
Accommodation:
Fort Murchison (Room)
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Murchison Falls NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 8

Transfer to Kibale National Park via Sempaya Hotsprings

Transfer to Kibale National Park via Sempaya Hotsprings

Transfer to Kibale National Park and stopover at Sempaya Hotsprings. The park is located in the western part of Uganda, bordering the Democratic Republic of Congo, and it is one of Uganda’s less visited national parks. Later continue with your journey to Kibale National Park, head to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Best Time To Visit December to February and June to July
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Least rain)

Wildlife in Kibale NP

ElephantOccasional
BuffaloOccasional
LeopardVery Rare
HippoRare
LionRare to None
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ZebraNone
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 9

Chimpanzee trekking and bigodi swamp walk

Chimpanzee trekking and bigodi swamp walk

Our day starts with an early breakfast before meeting our tour guide for a briefing on chimpanzee trekking in the Kibale forest. We'll then head off on foot to track the chimpanzees of Kibale National Park, home of an impressive 500 chimpanzees. The dense jungles are considered the best place to view chimpanzees in Africa. The chimpanzees are commonly found feeding on fig tree fruits in the game park. The guided walk offers a great opportunity to learn more about chimpanzees and other primates along with the various creatures of the jungle. Later head out for the famous Bigodi Nature walk. Head back to the lodge for relaxation and later on enjoy a campfire.

Main Destination:
Kibale National Park (Chimps)
Accommodation:
Kibale Forest Camp (Safari Tent)
  • Mid-range tented camp located just outside Kibale NP (Chimps)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 10

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Transfer to Queen Elizabeth National Park

Depart from Kibale to Queen Elizabeth National Park. You will stopover at Lake Katwe, Lake Katwe is known throughout Uganda and the East African region for its substantial salt production and has been producing high quality salt for many years. Later continue to Queen Elizabeth National Park for an evening game drive. Head to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Best Time To Visit January to February and June to July (Dry seasons)
High Season June to September (Peak time for Uganda)
Best Weather June to July and January to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Queen Elizabeth NP

ChimpanzeeOccasional
ElephantCommon
LionCommon
BuffaloCommon
HippoAbundant
LeopardOccasional
Show more
ZebraNone
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 11

Game drive and boat trip along Kazinga channel

Game drive and boat trip along Kazinga channel

Enjoy an early morning game drive, later after lunch enjoy an afternoon boat safari along the Kazinga channel with beautiful views of birds as Lake George connects Lake Edward. You will spot various aquatic animals and mammals. Later head to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Queen Elizabeth National Park
Accommodation:
The Bush Lodge (Banda)
  • Mid-range banda located just outside Queen Elizabeth NP
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 12

Transfer to Ishasha Sector

Transfer to Ishasha Sector

In the afternoon, you will transfer to Ishasha Sector. The Ishasha sector is notably recognized for its resident Tree climbing lions that are an exceptional attraction and one among the highlights on all safaris taken within Queen Elizabeth National park. In the evening you will enjoy a game drive, later head to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Accommodation:
Ishasha Jungle Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located just outside Ishasha Sector (Queen Elizabeth NP)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 13

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

Transfer to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park

You will head out for an early morning game drive in the Ishasha sector. Later continue with your journey to Bwindi Impenetrable National Park. Checkin the lodge and have lunch and later in the afternoon, you will visit the Batwa and enjoy a cultural experience. Later transfer to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Best Time To Visit June to August and December to February
High Season June to September (Gorilla permits are scarce)
Best Weather June to July and December to February (Less rainfall)

Wildlife in Bwindi NP

Accommodation:
Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 14

Gorilla trekking

Gorilla trekking

Gorilla tracking begins at 8:00a m. The trek length varies depending on where the gorillas spent the night, ranging from 30 minutes to 7 hours, once you the gorilla family, you will spend one hour with them, observing them feed, socialize and display their prowess. Later head to the lodge for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Bwindi Impenetrable National Park (Gorillas)
Accommodation:
Lake Mulehe Gorilla Lodge
  • Mid-range lodge located outside Bwindi NP (Gorillas)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 15

Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

Transfer to Lake Bunyonyi

After gorilla trekking Lake Bunyonyi is a magical, stunningly beautiful lake in Uganda to relax and chill out. After lunch you will go for a boat trip around various islands of Lake Bunyonyi. You can also enjoy ziplinning (Optional). Later transfer to the resort for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Lake Bunyonyi
Accommodation:
BirdNest Resort
  • Mid-range resort located at Lake Bunyonyi
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 16

Transfer back to Entebbe and Mabamba shoebill excursion

Transfer back to Entebbe and Mabamba shoebill excursion

Start your journey back to Entebbe passing through rolling hills with terraces and also you will have a great time viewing the lush vegetation of the different areas you will go through. Have a stopover at the Equator line in Kayabwe. You will explore the swamp in search of the infamous Shoebill Stork, Enjoy a city tour of Entebbe. Later transfer to the hotel for dinner and overnight.

Main Destination:
Entebbe (City)
Accommodation:
Best Western Premier Garden Hotel
  • Mid-range hotel located in Entebbe (City)
Meals & Drinks:
  • All meals included
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

Day 17

Departure

Departure

Breakfast will be served early, whereafter the driver will transfer you to Entebbe International Airport in time for your air transfer.

Main Destination:
Entebbe International Airport (Entebbe)
Accommodation:
No accommodation (End of tour)
Meals & Drinks:
  • Breakfast & lunch (Dinner not included)
  • Non-alcoholic drinks

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

End of tour (See Getting There for more details)

  • Additional accommodation can be arranged for an extra cost.
  • You'll be dropped off at the airport.
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